archer

Example Sentences

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In 2012 he became the first armless archer to qualify for the Paralympics and burst onto the international scene with a silver medal.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 7, 2024

As the only female American archer in her Paralympic category, she had to meet a minimum score – shooting 72 arrows, she needed 520 points from 720.

From BBC • Aug. 27, 2024

The distances they have to shoot also differ based on the classification system, which then determines whether an archer can use assistive devices such as wheelchairs and release aids.

From BBC • Aug. 25, 2024

“I’ll ride the wave,” he sang, pausing a half beat longer like an archer drawing his bow.

From Seattle Times • May 29, 2024

Taking his cue from Samir, the young archer seemed almost afraid to touch them.

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri